Table 1.
Professional groups of study participants
| Participant group | n | Main perspective represented |
|---|---|---|
| Psychiatrists and mental health experts | 5 | Mental health assessment, treatment, risk perception, and rehabilitation |
| Clinical psychologists | 4 | Psychological aspects of stigma, reha-bilitation, and individual well-being |
| Judges, prosecutors, and lawyers | 5 | Legal and criminal justice treatment and institutional decision-making |
| Correctional institution officials | 3 | Institutional treatment, rehabilitation, and reintegration |
| Total | 17 |
Table 2.
Main themes identified from the interview material
| Main theme | Key issues identified |
|---|---|
| Social perceptions and prejudice | Perceived association between mental disorders, dangerousness, and criminal behavior; generalization of individual cases; social stigma |
| Institutional challenges | Limited specialized capacities; risk management; professional training; inter-institutional coordination |
| Rehabilitation and reintegration | Continuity of treatment and support; employment; community acceptance; family and social support |
| Improvement of institutional approaches | Individualized treatment; stronger institutional cooperation; specialized programs; continuous professional education |